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Barnegat Police Gets First Female Sergeant –Photo by Kimberly Bosco (Left) The meeting was packed with the families and friends of the five officers being honored by the council at the March 5 meeting.

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–Photo courtesy Barnegat Police (Below) Detective Mary Ann Cirulli was sworn in as sergeant.

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By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – Barnegat Police Depar tment added some new members to the force at the March 5 committee meeting. Police Chief

Keith Germain also promoted two officers to the rank of sergeant, one of which made history as the department’s first ever female sergeant.

Detective Mary Ann

Cirulli was sworn in by her uncle, Mayor Alfonso Cirulli, as sergeant. Mayor Cirulli abstained from voting on the resolution for her promotion due to a conflict of interest.

Sergeant Cirulli joined the force back in 2003, joining Germain’s squad when the chief was just a young sergeant.

“Not long after she (Police - See Page 12)

Chick-Fil-A, Panera Approved For Stafford

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – Many residents will be happy to see two new popular eateries in Stafford Township. At the March 6 meeting, the township planning board approved Parsi Investments, LLC’s application to construct a Chick-Fil-A and Panera Bread at the location at

434 Route 72 West. The resolution for approval will wrap up the process at the next meeting on March 20.

After much time, preparation, and rescheduled meetings, representatives from Parsi Investments and both restaurants came before the planning board (Approved - See Page 5)

–Photo by Kimberly Bosco The future site of the Chick-Fil-A and Panera restaurants is sandwiched between KFC and Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram along Route 72 West.

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Is Barnegat Redistricting A Good Idea?

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – As most people know by now, the Barnegat Township School District is planning to redistrict students. A letter was sent out to parents on March 4, 2019 from Superintendent Brian Latwis and Business Administrator Stephen Brennan detailing the sudden need to such a major change.

“Had you asked the administrative team a month ago if we would be reconfiguring the district as of September 2019, our answer would have been ‘no.’ Then, we were challenged with the question, ‘If this is good for our children, why would we wait another year?’,” read the letter.

While district officials addressed the fact that the change is a bit sudden, many parents still do not agree that this is “good for our children.”

Essentially, the reconfiguration would transform the district from four separate elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school into “one (Redistricting - See Page 4)

Stafford Announces New Administrator

By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – The Stafford Township Council finally announced who will be the new township administrator following the Jan. 1 retirement of the former administrator, James Moran.

At the March 5 council meeting a resolution was passed naming Matthew von der Hayden as the newest township administrator. According to officials, von der Hayden will not begin his township (Administrator - See Page 5)

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unified district” that would have Barnegat students matriculating through each school every couple of years.

The new set up would be: • Grades Pre-K and Kindergarten: Cecil S. Collins School • Grades 1 and 2: Joseph T. Donahue School • Grades 3 and 4: Lillian M. Dunfee School • Grades 5 and 6: Robert L. Horbelt School • Grades 7 and 8 Russell O. Brackman • Grades 9 through 12: Barnegat High According to Superintendent Latwis, the district’s main reason for instituting the change is “to maximize success and resources.” Latwis believes that reconfiguration will provide students with a better classroom experience, more equal enrichment opportunities, and allow for better teacher collaboration, among other advantages.

Latwis is aware of the not-so-pleasant parent response to the potential changes.

He noted that he understands these as “valid concerns” to which he has “valid answers,” he said.

Tracy Sutton is a parent of the district whose daughter attends the Donahue School.

Sutton created a petition, along with fellow parent Christine Matzer Krug, to advocate against the reconfiguration plan and also plans to take legal action against the district to “stop this plan from being put in place.”

“To be completely honest, I think the proposed plan is beyond absurd. I see no benefit to making children change schools every two years,” Sutton told Jersey Shore

Online. “Children need stability, they need structure. They need to feel comfortable and familiar in their surroundings and they need to be able to form relationships with their teachers.”

The reconfiguration plan has students jumping to another Barnegat district school every two years from pre-k all the way to high school. Sutton believes the constant change of setting and atmosphere will deny them this stability and structure.

“Many children do not do well with constant change, it causes stress and anxiety for them and no one is going to convince me otherwise,” she added. “This plan also robs children the elementary school experience and the opportunity of attending school with a younger or older sibling who may be a source of comfort for each other.”

Sutton’s daughter would need to move to the Dunfee School to start 4th grade next year. She would then change schools again the following year to move into 5th and 6th grade at the Horbelt School.

Not only would she switch schools often, her daughter would no longer be able to walk to school.

“If this plan is implemented she will have to be transported across town for an undetermined amount of time on a school bus twice a day for the next three years to attend two different schools before she even gets to middle school. That is unacceptable to me,” Sutton explained.

Sutton’s concerns are the concerns of many parents, especially those like herself that live within walking distance of their school.

The letter also detailed how the new

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structure would work to eliminate middle school anxiety.

“By creating five 2-year grade spans, we are eliminating the ‘middle school’ and the anxiety that goes along with it; now, it is just the ‘next paw up’,” the letter read.

The driving idea behind this is “one Bengal from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade” allowing students to grow together and create a “more unified community,” according to the district.

Sutton is skeptical of the validity of this plan, noting that the anxiety associated with high school still exists.

“Middle school is a stepping stone to moving up and moving on. Many children see it as a milestone,” she said.

While 7th and 8th grade will still be held in the Brackman School, Sutton doesn’t think that removing the word “middle” from the school’s name will do much to relieve middle school anxiety.

Another main concern for parents of the district: cost. Will the reconfiguration raise taxes?

Latwis told Jersey Shore Online that the cost to the taxpayers would be $0, with the exception of transportation. The district is currently awaiting a transportation report that would allow them to calculate the cost of transporting students to their new schools caused by the reconfiguration.

This is the only expense that Latwis identified, however the transportation report will not be available until April, he said.

“We thought it would be better to tell them [parents] now,” about the plan, before the results of the transportation study came in,

he said. This way, the district could prepare parents for what’s to come prior to setting the price.

Despite what the district sees as a fleshed out plan, parents feel the change is rushed.

According to Latwis, the district’s new free preschool program (a result of the state’s Preschool Education Expansion Act grant) only took six weeks to get up and running and he prides the program as a major success so far. Based on this history, Latwis believes implementing the reconfiguration by fall 2019 will not be a problem.

Latwis sees major benefits to the reconfiguration that those outside of the administrative team might not see. He gave Jersey Shore Online a few examples: staff members will have more free time to dedicate to other district-wide initiatives and programs, for example the Response to Intervention (RTI) program and a new writing initiative.

The RTI program focuses on helping students in areas where they might be falling behind and need special help in certain subjects. Latwis noted that 65 percent of Barnegat students “are not on level in math” and RTI helps to correct this. With the reconfiguration, guidance counselors and some teachers will be freed up to spend more time with RTI students to improve academic performance and test scores, he explained.

In addition, the district is considering implementing a new writing initiative to improve another area where some Barnegat students are testing poorly. The reconfiguration would free staff members up to become literacy coaches for the writing program.

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Continued From Page 1 to address the officials’ concerns or inquiries about their plan for the site at Block 70 Lot 13.

The meeting dragged on for a few hours but the applicant and the board managed to compromise on all fronts.

Parsi Investments brought along professionals Thomas Dase, engineer and planner with Arthur W. Ponzio Co. & Associates; John Martinez, development manager with Chick-Fil-A; and Scott Loiselle, professional architect.

A lot of the board’s concerns with the application circulated around the buffers between the lot and adjacent properties, and the drainage basin work to be done.

“We’re constrained by state regulations and the existing conditions of the site,” Dase told the board, noting that while things might be “tight,” their plan will work for the site.

The future site of the two restaurants is located on Route 72 approaching the

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duties until April 1. He is currently listed as the deputy administrator of Egg Harbor

The Southern Ocean Times, February 16, 2019, Page 5 Garden State Parkway from the east. It is sandwiched by Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and KFC. The property formerly housed a bank and medical office, according to the applicant.

The property is surrounded by lots of trees on the back end and Dase emphasized that they are doing whatever they can to maintain as much green space on the site as possible, which the board commended.

The new structures to be built on the property will be set back 42.6 feet from the property line, Dase explained. There will be a 3-5 foot tall retaining wall bordering the adjacent properties.

Chick-Fil-A’s side of the property will have 63 parking spaces, satisfying the required amount for the area. Panera’s side will have 74 parking spaces, which is actually 37 more that they are required to have.

This excess parking for Panera was a concern to the board, which asked whether the space could be utilized for something else. Board member Sherry

Roth spoke of concerns with the “tightness” of the site’s structure and whether it will allow for safe and proper circulation.

To this, the applicant said that whether they keep the spaces or get rid of them in favor of another addition to the site, “it wouldn’t change the buffer” or circulation.

Chick-Fil-A will have a double drive in that allows for a duel ordering system.

Customers will branch off from one line into one of two drive-thru lanes to order, and then merge back together into one line to pick up food from the window.

The professionals noted that this system keeps lines shorter around the restaurant and increases efficiency.

Chick-Fil-A’s hours will be Monday to Saturday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., closed Sunday.

Panera will be open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. on Sunday. All 2,000 of Chick-Fil-A’s locations throughout the country are closed on Sundays due to the company’s strict business model.

However, Martinez noted that the company does make exceptions in the event

of emergencies, such as natural disasters.

Another issue the board focused in on was the signage on the property. Board chairperson Thomas Kuenzler was not in favor of the site having separate signs for each restaurant. Roth answered that someone driving by at 60 mph might confuse which entrance was which.

The applicant compromised by agreeing to plan for one sign for both restaurants.

Roth was especially concerned about the work that the applicant plans to do on the drainage basin located on the property.

“You will need a wetlands permit,” said Roth, which the applicant doesn’t have but agreed to work on.

Despite a few hurdles, the board finally gave the applicant the go ahead for the project.

Kuenzler noted that the application required as much scrutiny as they gave it because the applicant was asking for quite a few variances.

“We don’t want to set a precedent,” for other applicants in the future, said board vice chairperson Marie-Elena Sodiekes.

Township.

Prior to von der Hayden, Gregory Myhre has been acting administrator along with his duties as mayor since he was sworn in on Jan. 1, 2019. The hope for the council

was to choose a new person for this position within the first financial quarter, which is what they did.

“He’s highly qualified; he’s got a very strong background in the public and private

sector,” said Myhre. “We’re very happy about him being onboard.”

Residents can get to know the newest addition to the Stafford team at the April 2 meeting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E ditorial What Teacher Inspired You? “Monsieur Bonehead.

Monsieur Conehead.”

That was how Jack Kolmansberger introduced himself to his class, with a French accent, getting us kids engaged right from the first day of school. It was like he was telling us: “Education is important, but it doesn’t mean we can’t have some fun.”

I ran into him years ago. I was walking with my daughter on the Island Heights boardwalk.

He seemed to remember me, too. I’m not sure if it was because my father was an administrator or if Jack was just the type of person who remembered everyone. He told me he had “cancer of the everything” and cheerfully joked about his treatment.

Officials and surviving relatives remembered him at a ceremony not too long ago at Shelter

Cove in Toms River.

They were honor ing him for his work in the recreation department.

But I remember him as one of my French teachers.

It’s nice to see he had an impact on other people as well. Apparently, he touched a lot of lives and his legacy is clear to see.

I’m sure you have a teacher – or teachers – who you remember fondly. Take a minute away from the hectic world and just think about them. Write out a thank you to them.

It doesn’t mat te r if they ever get to see it.

Remember what they wanted for you. With all the negative things being spread on social media, post something positive instead. Let their legacy live on.

Chris Lundy News Editor

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Letters To The Editor Funding Cuts Will Hurt Kids’ Emotional Education I am a teacher in the Toms River School District. I have nieces and nephews who attend the s cho ol s , a t e a ch le vel (elementary, middle and h ig h s cho ol). T he i m pending implementation of S2 (which is reducing state aid to the districts) will not only put my job at risk, along with hundreds of other teachers in the district, but will also severely impact the education and growth of each and ever y student in attendance at our 18 schools.

We are living through scary times in this country and now, more than e ve r, c h i l d r e n n e e d a quality education that not only teaches them how to read and write and solve math problems, etc., but also teaches them right from wrong and how to work with and get along with others and how to deal with their emotions.

Believe it or not, many students don’t learn these life skills at home.

M a ny a r e not g r owing up with loving and nurturing environments that many of us grew up with. Instead, they learn skills and values at school because of teachers who work hard to make sure they’re not only teaching a c a d e m ic le s s on s , but also life lessons.

However, I can’t give my st udent s a qu alit y, well-rounded education if my class size balloons t o 4 0 s t u d e nt s . I a l s o wouldn’t be able to afford the cost of supplying that many students with what they need (teachers spend their own money to suf f iciently provide for their st udents). My nieces and nephews can’t get a quality education if each of their classes hold 39 other students.

T h is is one of ma ny negative effects that S2

Letters To The Editor will have on our district.

Toms River needs real with the marching band I grew up as a student in the Toms River District.

Being able to teach in the district I attended as a child has given me a great sense of pride. As a Toms River student, I was provided with textbooks and supplies. I par ticipated in clubs and sports at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Teachers had manageable class sizes, so I always felt like I was well cared for and well taught. I have fond memories of growing up i n t h is d ist r ict. Sa d ly, this will not be the case for thousands of students who will soon be forced t o g row t h roug h la rge class sizes, lack of sports and clubs, lack of technology and curriculum, and a district struggling to stay af loat.

Toms R iver suf fered greatly in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. We ha d t he most proper t y damage of any town in the state and, thus, our township’s ratable base is millions less than it was before Sandy. Instead of helping a town in need, S2 will decimate us. The children of Toms River deserve better!

Please understand that Toms River Schools are t h e fo u n d a t io n of o u r community. The proposal of S2 will do ir reversible damage to not only our dist rict, but to our town as well. Our schools have some of the lowest per-pupil spending in the state. Our tax levy currently increases each year to attempt to maintain the qualit y of ou r dist r ict.

The initial $2.3 million funding cut will hurt our children. The seven year phased in cut of over $20 million will eviscerate our district. Forced 2 percent annual property tax increases will not even come close to replacing the lost funding. If taxes are raised but the quality of education plummets, people will move out of district or out of state.

school f unding refor m.

SFRA is a f lawed policy! It takes money to run a h ig h - q u a l it y s c h o ol district. Toms River Reg ion al Schools is cu rrently operating over $40 million below adequacy according to the NJ Depar tment of Education.

They say we should be s p e nd i ng $2 ,966 more per child. We spend less.

What is our reward for e d u c at i ng ch i ld r e n on a shoestring budget? A budget cut! S2 will cut o u r s t a t e a i d b y ove r $1,300 per child a total of over $20 million annually over the next few years. This will, without a doubt, force our district to cut programs and staff.

Toms River’s per pupil costs are already among the lowest in the state. We cannot absorb the scheduled decrease in funding under S2 without doing irreparable harm to our children. It will cause severe cuts in staff, cuts in programs and significant proper t y t a x i ncreases just to maintain a reduced quality of education.

Plea se t h i n k about whether you would want a child or relative of yours to attend a district that has been forced to cut hundreds of teachers and programs (among other things), which cont ribu t e t o a h ig h q u a l it y, well-rounded education.

Thin k about whether you’d want that child to be one student in a class of 40. Do you think he/ she would get the supp or t a nd at t e nt ion he/ she needs from the sole teacher in the classroom?

Would he/she learn all of the state standards when, every day, the teacher has to deal with 40 different personalities of students who come from different backgrounds and different ci rcu mst ances? Do you want that same child to never experience the joy of playing on a team and beating your crosstown rival? Or playing

before an exciting game?

Think about some of the t h i ngs you loved most about being a student in the district you attended.

Now think about how you would’ve felt if all of the t h i ngs you loved most were taken away by the state. That is what Toms River Students are on the verge of facing. I implore you to rethink this budget cut.

Allison Fritz Toms River

Toms River Could – And Should Bring In New Businesses This letter is in response to the article in the February 9, 2019 issue related to lack of exciting retail establishments in Toms River.

Toms River Township business administrator, planner, municipal elected officials, and Downtown Improvement District executive director should stop sitting on their hands and need look no further than one town nor th of Toms River: Brick Township!

Their retail industry is growing and thriving… constantly adding quality retail businesses in a welcoming environment. Yes, they do have some ‘big box’ stores too, but they also have remodeled their walk-able malls between Chambers Bridge, Cedar Bridge, and Route 70.

They consistently partner with their local Chamber of Commerce to ensure a healthy mix of new businesses including restaurants, lifestyle establishments, and medical arts facilities. Come on Toms River, get with the program and TR Chamber, you should get moving too!

Mary O. Malagiere Toms River

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Spotlight On Government Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Bill Would Prevent Highway From Charging Tolls To Emergency Vehicles From Ocean County CAPITOL COMMENTS 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

TR ENTON – Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove (all R-9th) will introduce legislation to prohibit the South

Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA), which operates the Atlantic City Expressway, from charging tolls to ambulances, firstaid or emergency-aid vehicles, or fire trucks from

Ocean County.

Currently, the SJTA allows those types of emergency vehicles f rom Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties in South Jersey to use SJTA projects toll-free.

The 9th District delegation provided the following reasons for drafting the legislation: “In yet another example of bureaucratic regulations working against the public

good, our delegation recently learned that a volunteer emergency services organization from our legislative district was charged a toll while transporting a patient on the Atlantic City Expressway. After several appeals by the first aid squad, the SJTA reluctantly waived the administration fee for failure to pay the toll, as though that would somehow address the core issue of charging tolls to emergency vehicles.

“When contacting the SJTA regarding this incident, it was made clear to our delegation that the SJTA was unwilling to extend the toll-exemption to emergency service vehicles from Ocean County, despite the limited number of instances when the exemption might be utilized.

“We found this response to be completely unreasonable and a textbook case of bureaucratic indifference. After all, we are

talking about ambulances transporting patients in need of medical care and first-responders heading to emergencies.

“In response, we will introduce legislation to prohibit the SJTA from charging tolls to emergency vehicles from any county in the New Jersey. Emergency ser vice personnel don’t have the time to deal with nonsensical red tape, which is why we must work to eliminate it.”

Congressmen Kim Introduces Bill To Protect Access To Vote, Honor Local Suffragist From The Desk Of

Congressman Andy Kim WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Andy Kim (D-3rd) announced the introduction of H.R. 1451, the Alice Paul Voter Protection

Act, which will protect a citizen’s access to vote by prohibiting the interference of voter registration efforts.

“Thanks to Alice Paul,

New Jersey has a strong history of leadership in expanding and protecting the right to vote,” said Congressman Kim. “It’s up to us to honor that legacy and make sure that every American has a chance to exercise their right to vote. The first step towards exercising that right is registering. By ensuring that citizens can register unimpeded, we

can truly strengthen our democracy and make sure every voice is heard.”

The Alice Paul Voter Protection Act protects voter registration efforts by making it unlawful for any person to hinder or prevent another person from registering or aiding another person in registering to vote. The legislation also encourages the establish-

ment of best practices to ensure that states protect these critical rights.

A native of New Jersey’s 3rd Congressional District, Paul was a member of the National American Women’s Suffrage Association (NAWSA), where she led its Congressional Committee which worked for a federal suffrage amendment. She was imprisoned for her

efforts and forced to endure torturous conditions. News of her imprisonment and torture helped to shift public opinion on expanding the right to vote and was a critical turning point in the eventual passage of the 19th Amendment.

Paul’s legacy is enshrined at the Alice Paul Institute, which is located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.

Van Drew : Bill Would Combat Annoying And Illegal Robocalls

WASHI NGTON, D.C. - Congressman Jeff Van Drew (D-2nd) introduced the Robocall Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2019 to crack down on abusive, annoying, and illegal robocalls. This piece of legislation provides the necessary tools for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to go after those who violate robocall and spoofing laws and it also lengthens the amount of time that the FCC can go after these transgressors.

“Over the years, countless people throughout South Jersey have shared with me that they are constantly harassed by robocalls and

scams,” said Representative Van Drew. “Robocall scams not only inconvenience us at the dinner table, but they prey on the vulnerable, including seniors, and it’s despicable. My bill will help protect consumers by ensuring that robocallers and scammers are prosecuted to the full extent of the law.”

As a New Jersey State Senator, Van Drew sponsored the original Do Not Call list for the state and fought to strengthen that list to limit the ability of robocallers to annoy and prey upon our citizens. Data shows that New Jersey residents reported 321,393 robocall complaints last year alone

- more than any other state in the nation.

Robocall scams are at an all-time high and getting worse. One report estimates that the number of spam calls will grow from 30 percent of all phone calls in 2018 to 42 percent in 2019.

In 2017 alone, the Federal Trade Commission received more than 4.5 million robocall complaints, an increase of over a million calls from the year before.

Summary of the Robocall Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2018: • Authorizes the FCC to pursue cases against robocall rule violations without first issuing a citation;

• Increases the statute of limitations for the FCC to pursue spoofing violations

from two years to three years; and • Increases the statute of

limitations for the FCC to pursue robocall violations from one year to three years.

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Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Southern Academic Competition Club

–Photo courtesy SRHS MANAHAWKIN – On Wednesday, February 27, members of the Academic Competition Club participated in an online competition run by MathCON. Seventeen students completed the test with three freshmen, Michael Keyes, John Bruther, and Vivian Michaels, earning honorable mention for their scores.

Barnegat Free Preschool Registration

By Kimberly Bosco BARNEGAT – Barnegat Township School District is hosting free preschool registration for 3 and 4 year old on April 4, 2019.

Space is still available for the 2018-2019 school year, so don’t miss your chance to register!

The registration event will be held on April 4 at the Cecil S. Collins School: • 9:30-11:30 a.m.

• 12:30-2:30 p.m.

• 5:30-7:30 p.m.

The program is open to Barnegat Township residents. Children must be 3 years old on

or before October 1, 2019 to be eligible.

Space is limited for September. If you register for the current 2018-2019 school year, your spot is guaranteed for September enrollment. Should more students register than space available, a lottery system will be utilized for open spots.

For registration, you must bring: child’s original birth certificate, two proofs of residency, parent ID, immunization records, and Universal Heath Record.

For more information, visit barnegatschool.com/PreK. Any questions, call Jennifer Froelich at 609-698-5832 ext. 5144.

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–Photo courtesy SRHS MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Softball player Colleen Camburn on her commitment to McDaniel College to continue her softball and academic careers.

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Fundraiser For Family Who Lost Father In Shooting Accident

By Jennifer Peacock BARNEGAT – The daughter of the father of six who accidentally shot himself while disassembling a firearm has started a GoFundMe to help with funeral and other expenses.

Samantha Hammer established that GoFundMe for James Hammer, 46, who died March 9.

“My father was a hard-working man. Loved by many. He is a father to six children, a husband to a wonderful wife and a grandfather to a new beautiful little girl,” Samantha Hammer wrote.

According to his daughter, James Hammer

served 21 years as a combat veteran, in the Marines, Air Force and Army National Guard.

He worked as a corrections officer in Pennsylvania and was part of the Community Emergency Response Team. James Hammer helped save Barnegat ex-fire chief Ed Buckley back in 2013, when he had suffered a heart attack.

“He was devoted to his family and his work,” Samantha Hammer wrote.

Funeral arrangement were not disclosed by press time.

The GoFundMe page can be found at gofundme.com/f/sergeant-first-class-james-hammer.

Family Science Night

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Police:

Continued From Page 1 was on the squad, we had our first encounter with someone who thought it would be a good idea to try to intimidate what they thought was a short, Italian female,” joked Germain. This person quickly learned their mistake, he added.

“They would’ve done much better picking on me or someone else,” he said, describing Cirulli as a hard-worker, a go-getter, and a positive team member. “[Mary Ann] has been as steady as the North Star since she got here,” Germain said.

Cirulli has served in the uniformed operations division, as a member of the Barnegat Police Narcotics Unit, and as a member of the investigative division where she ear ned the title of “go-to arson investigator,” taking after her father who was an arson investigator in his day.

Cirulli will now serve as the supervisor of the agency’s Crime Reduction Unit.

While Germain praised the department for having a higher percentage of female

officers than other municipalities, he noted that “we’ve always been missing that next step…it’s a historic day for the department.”

Detective Nicholas Venuto was also promoted to the rank of sergeant during the meeting, sworn in by Mayor Cirulli, accompanied by his family.

“Nick Venuto is one of those guys… just no matter what, always a good attitude, always a company guy, always working hard, always that person that steps up when you need somebody to step up,” said Germain.

Venuto joined the department back in 2007. He was a long-time SWAT team member and did two stints with the Ocean County Narcotics Strike Force.

In addition to these promotions, the department received three new patrolmen, all of which are Ocean County natives.

Patrick Moran, a Barnegat High School graduate, and Keith Falkowski, a Southern Regional High School graduate, were sworn in as Non-Certified Patrolmen.

Brandon Bloodgood, hailing f rom Toms River East, was sworn in as a Certified Patrolman.

Preferred Home Health Care To Be Honored

By LADACIN

EATONTOWN – Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services (PHHC) Inc., with headquarters in Eatontown, will honored

by LADACIN Network at its 2019 Rosebud Gala, Saturday, March 30, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Eatontown Hotel, Eatontown.

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, an Annual Corporate Gold Guardian Sponsor, is being honored for its continuous support of LADACIN Network.

In addition to generous donations, PHHC has also provided staff trainings for LADACIN and has supported LADACIN’s events, including representation on the Rosebud Committee since 2014 and its participation on “Team LADACIN” in the N.J. Marathon in 2014 and 2017.

Since 1993, PHHC has provided a wide range of medical and non-medical home health care services from pediatric to geriatric care in 14 locations throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Joel Markel, founder and president of PHHC, prides himself on the fact that his agency gives the “highest degree of custodial and medical nursing care, along with giving guidance on the emotional issues families may face.”

Other honorees include Humanitarian Honorees, Rosebud Legacy Volunteers: Marlene Bell, Jean Catlin, Rosemary and William P. Collopy, Marian Hartnett, Thomas F. Hayes, Bonnie Hogan, Donna Macaluso, and Kathleen Vivona. Brick Memorial High School National Honor Society will receive the Young Leaders Award.

For more information about Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, contact Lisa Gallicchio, director of community relations, at lisa@preferredcares.com or 732-547-9886, or visit PreferredCares.com.

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Redistricting: Continued From Page 4

Latwis stressed that no staff would be lost in the process of reconfiguration; rather, staff would just be reallocated to other areas to bridge the gap between Barnegat’s great students and not-so-shining test scores.

This free time will also be utilized for more comprehensive teacher collaboration, Latwis added.

“When you put those teachers [of the same grades] together, they’re going to have more time,” to focus on lesson plans and collaborative teaching methods, he said.

Despite these improvement plans, many parents fail to see how the benefits will outweigh the immense change to the students and their families.

“I do not see any positives in this plan,” Sutton said. “My husband and I only have one child and have an ever-growing list of concerns…I can’t imagine how families with multiple children are feeling.”

With her petition, Sutton is hoping to “remind the superintendent and the members of the Board of Education that they are public servants” and to “understand that they have no right to make such drastic changes to our children’s educational structure and experience without any input from us as parents.”

The petition, called “Say No to the Redistricting of the Barnegat School System,” has already garnered support from many, reaching 875 of its goal 1,500 signatures as of March 11.

Some supporters of the petition stated their anxiety over the issue in the comments:

The Southern Ocean Times, February 16, 2019, Page 13 Michelle C. wrote: “It affects my children.

My son is already stressed that he will have to go to a new school instead of finishing his elementary years at a school he loves and has been at since kindergarten. He won’t be in the same school as his little brother anymore.

This will be a financial hardship for so many families in this town!”

Danielle P. wrote: “While children are resilient to change, they also need consistency.

Redistributing that causes unnecessary unhealthy change is not acceptable, especially without the input of parents and the community at large.”

John G. wrote: “There had been no significant reason why the change is needed. It was rushed and impactful. Concerned on hidden increases costs.”

The petition can be found at thepetitionsite.com/823/742/240/say-no-to-the-redistrictng-of-the-barnegat-school-syst e m / ? f b c l i d = I w A R 15 Y G N y 5 _ U E J2E1o--GuSq4JjR8ae7nbGA0mRZzJvbpMoaSvOKyK901vVk. Sutton also plans to take “whatever legal action necessary” to put a stop to the impending reconfiguration. While she has not told Jersey Shore Online which attorney she will be hiring for this purpose, she said she plans to present her case to the Board of Education soon.

“This proposed plan should be a referendum question for the next township election not a forced concept that is shoved down everyone’s throats whether we like it or not,” she said. “Some plans may look good on paper and that is exactly where they should stay.”

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

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Your Hearing Aid Will Only Last About 4.5 Years. Why?

You should be wearing your hearing aid(s) at least eight hours per day or 2,800 hours per year. Even if you clean your aid every day with a soft toothbrush and visit your hearing healthcare professional twice a year for specialized cleanings, your hearing aid will eventually break down. Repair costs could be as high as $175(conventional hearing aids) or $350(digital hearing aids). A hearing aid may stop working because of (1) wax and debris in the receiver, (2) damaged microphone or amplifier, (3) worn out battery contacts, (4) dead battery, (5)

moisture, or (6) abuse. The daily wear and tear will erode the hearing aid components and they may need replacement.

After four or five years of daily hearing aid use (10,000 hours), it may be time replace your hearing instrument with a more advanced system.

Dr. Izzy recommends that you consider replacing your hearing instrument if it is greater than four years old, particularly if you have put money into repairing it.

Just like an older car that needs repair, it is never quite the same once the mechanic says, “It is fixed.”

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Expanded Whiting Hours!

Medicine Drop Scheduled For March

By Jennifer Peacock MANAHAWKIN – Residents can drop off unwanted, unused and expired medication from 9 a.m. to noon March 23 at Urgent Care Now, 712 East Bay Ave. No syringes or liquids will be accepted.

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TREATING “WET” AMD

While the “dry” type of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is more common (85% to 90% of cases), it’s the “wet” type of this chronic eye disease that is responsible for most cases of severe vision loss. Wet AMD starts as dry AMD, but at some point, abnormal blood vessels begin to grow within the “macula” (the central portion of the retina). These fragile new blood vessels are prone to leakage, causing damage that leads to loss of central vision. Fortunately, although wet AMD is more severe than dry AMD, it better lends itself to treatment, and the sooner, the better. Injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) drugs inhibit a protein that triggers new blood vessel growth and leakage.

Many people don’t realize they have AMD until their vision is blurry. This is why it is important to have regular visits to an ophthalmologist. He or she can look for early signs of AMD before you have any vision problems. To schedule an eye exam, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A. (732-349-5622). Our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations by providing friendly service, professional care, and quality products at affordable prices.

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P.S. Dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) develops slowly, while the wet form of AMD occurs more abruptly, causing blurred vision, visual distortions, dulling colors, dark spots in the visual field, and difficulty adjusting to low-light colors.

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H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Low Dose Aspirin May Help Preeclampsia

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Pregnancy should be a time of joy, but sadly for some women it brings unexpected health challenges.

Preeclampsia is a condition that occurs during pregnancy where blood pressure spikes very high and excess protein spills into the urine. It limits the amount of blood flowing through the placenta which put both mother and child at risk for harm, and miscar r iages and fat alities do occu r.

Some women are more prone to preeclampsia than others, especially if they come into their pregnancy with hypertension, excessive weight or obesity, or a pre-existing condition of diabetes, kidney disease, lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Getting pregnant after age 40 may increase risk, as does in vitro fertilization, donor insemination, or carrying twins or triplets.

There are several ways to take care of yourself and reduce complications.

Lying on your left side (to take the baby’s weight off major blood vessels) is a wise thing to do. Also, it’s good to consume less processed foods which contain a lot of salt (sodium chloride) which increases blood pressure.

Low dose aspirin is another idea that you can talk to our doctor about. A brand new study published in January 2019, in the respected French journal, Presse Medicale found that taking aspirin at bedtime may be helpful in high-risk patients. This is not the first

study to suggest aspirin is useful.

Aspirin is a platelet inhibitor that means it works to thin the blood which in turn, helps regulate blood pressure.

A low-dose of aspirin blocks Thromboxane A2 (TXA2) from forming in the platelets. Think of thromboxane as glue. When you block the glue formation that makes the platelets less sticky. So one effect from aspirin is to keep the blood thinner and less sticky so then, there is less pressure on the blood vessels. Too much aspirin will cause excessive thinning of the blood and easy bruising and bleeding.

Probiotics may help with preeclampsia too. There is a protective effect of Lactobacillus probiotics, and this is interesting because a person’s gut microbiome directly impacts their thyroid hormone levels. Healthy gut status improves thyroid hormone conversion, and that in turn improves fertility. But more importantly, there is an anti-inflammatory effect from probiotics and a new study found that lactobacillus could help the improve odds of carrying full term if you have preeclampsia.

Cortisol to cortisone levels matter too.

If this topic interests you, please sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen. com and I’ll email you the information.

In the meantime, reduce your stress as much as possible because high cortisol is harmful if you have preeclampsia.

For more information visit preeclampsia. org

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2019 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

Maximilian Foundation Supports Amazing Programs!

Project Aware imparts substance abuse education through real-life simulation. This program has been in Stafford elementary schools since 1999. We recently partnered with Hackensack Meridian Health to bring this program to Tuckerton, Eagleswood and Little Egg Harbor Township elementary schools in 2018. And, it has been approved for expansion to additional Ocean County schools in 2019.

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Dear Joel, I get my day started by listening to you on Preferred Company. I have a question and I think that you would be able to give me some meaningful advice on how to deal with this situation.

My son is a very successful project manager for Amazon and he lives in Seattle. He and his wife have three beautiful little girls but I almost never get to see them because they live so far away and my husband refuses to fly.

When I try and talk to my husband about flying out to Washington to see them, he flat out refuses without giving it a thought, and sometimes it even leads to a bigger argument.

We haven’t seen our grandchildren in almost six months, and I miss them very much. My son tries to come here once a year, but he is always very busy.

How can I approach my husband and talk with him, civilly, about this?

Sincerely, Gretchen

Yo u r s o n sounds like he is on the right path in life, and that is something to be optimistic about. We hear so many horror stories nowadays about people who are just not on the right path in life, so it is nice to hear that your son is married with children and has a stable job.

As for your husband not wanting to fly have you asked him why? Flying is a real fear among many people out there. Have you thought that maybe your husband is afraid of flying but does not want to admit it? Have you flown anywhere else recently?

I highly doubt that he just flat out does not want to see his grandchildren – so there has to be a bigger issue.

You can also consider taking a train. While it does take much longer, there are routes that Amtrak provides that could get you to Washington.

I hope this helps.

Joel

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Psychic Night

WARETOWN – The Waretown First Aid Auxiliary is hosting a Psychic Night on March 29, 6-10 p.m., at the Waretown First Aid Building, 13 Bryant Rd. The cost is $20 for

a 15 minute reading. Book your appointment today by calling Laura Pallotta at 609-5483345 or Trista Kane at 609-994-4090. This event fills up fast!

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Inside The Law Let’s Start Holding Insurance Companies Responsible For Their Willingness To Delay, Deny And Defend

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. and Robert C. Shea, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

Michael J. Deem

Michael J. Deem, Esq, of R.C. Shea & Associates is a member of the New Jersey Association for Justice Board of Governors. NJAJ and R.C. Shea & Associates strongly support A-4293, a bill which protects insurance consumers from unreasonable delays in the payment or denials of legitimate claims.

When someone buys an insurance policy, that person has a simple expectation - which is that the insurance provider will be there in their customer’s time of need.

Too often, however, insurers seek to avoid paying claims in order to protect their bottom lines. We are very concerned about the rising trend of insurance companies acting in bad faith by unreasonably delaying or denying payment that is justly due. This is practice is unfair and wrong. Insurers should have their customers, not their shareholders be their highest priority.

A-4293 recognizes this obvious injustice and remedies it by allowing those filing claims the first-party right to sue their insurance companies for bad faith if and when those companies fail to properly settle claims.

Insurance companies have civil and criminal remedies available to hold people accountable if they commit insurance fraud. They have the Office of Insurance Fraud as an arm of state government to investigate and prosecute insurance fraud when the companies are victim. But, the honest consumer does not now have a remedy against an insurance company when a valid claim is denied or delayed. This bill levels the playing field so consumers are protected when they are the victim of insurance fraud.

Whether it is for claims relating to declared disasters or automobile coverage that they are required by the State of New Jersey to purchase, the first-party right to sue levels the proverbial playing field. It allows consumers to hold powerful insurance companies accountable for delaying or denying just payment to their customers.

Automobile insurance is perhaps the only product that people are required to purchase but are then forced to seek permission in order to use it. Additionally, the provider of that insurance product is then permitted to tell the consumer that he or she cannot use a product that they have already purchased. A-4293 corrects this situation.

This bill seeks recognition of that fact that insurance companies should be held to account when the fail to act in good faith. This is a simple expectation that every consumer has when they choose to do business with any company. The fact that auto insurance consumers are required by law to purchase this service and that they are putting the wellbeing of themselves and their loved one in the hands of the insurance companies only increases the stakes.

In far too many cases, insurance companies delay, deny and defend claims. This dishonest practice forces their customers to fight for needed medical care, treatment for injuries or funds to repair damaged property. When an insurance company unjustly delays or denies the payment of legitimate claims, consumers must have the right to go to court. Presently, consumers in this state have no practical remedy if their insurance company unreasonably delays or refuses payment on a claim.

Insurance customers are entitled to have their claims resolved in a fair and equitable manner without unreasonable delay; this is why they need the ability to seek redress when an insurance company acts in bad faith.

We strongly encourage our readers to contact their Legislature and ask him/her to pass A-4293 which would provide much needed insurance consumer protection. R.C. Shea & Associates has form letters and e-mail available should you require assistance with your effort to contact your Legislature. Please do not hesitate to call us 732-505-1212.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate Rental or Purchase 1 & 2 BR Homes – Adult 55+ Community Homestead Run – Toms River. www.homesteadrun.com. Call 732-370-2300.

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For Rent Seaside Park Beautiful (Yearly) Oceanfront - Home with yard, porch, deck, parking, cabana hot/cold shower, super clean 2 or 3 bedroom with spectacular sunrises.

From $1800 monthly or rent the entire summer season. 908-278-5491.

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Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid.

Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Vinyl Records Wanted - Rock, Blues, Reggae, Metal, Punk, Jazz, Psychedelic, soul. Very good condition only.

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(15) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/ dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac.

Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) C a s h - To p d o l l a r, p a i d f o r junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713.

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Gift Auction - Project Graduation 2019 Sunday April 7, 1-5 p.m. $15 per person. Brick Memorial High School gold cafeteria, 2001 Lanes Mill Road, Brick. For ticket sales and information contact bmprojectgraduations@ gmail.com.

(14) Comic Festival - March 24 Toms River Elks, 600 Washington Street.

Spider-Man artists Keith Williams, Bob Sharen Toys, cards, crafts, cars, costumes. 609-2427756.

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Personals Single Senior Males 65+ - Need friend, companion or partner. Must have good standards and qualities.

Enjoy life, not alone. Please leave message, phone number for return call 732-678-6786.

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Help Wanted HOME DELIVERY DRIVER NEEDED - Must have valid drivers license. Must have reliable transportation. Must be available Thursday, Friday, & Saturday.

Must be familiar with Jackson area Heavy lifting required. Serious inquiries only! Call Laura Hoban at 732-657-7344, ext. 611.

Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Now Hiring Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@comcast. net. 732-766-4425, ask for Mel. (15) General Maintenance - Browns Mills, NJ. Looking for maintenance person for 55+ Manufactured Housing Community. General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, sewer, electrical and snow plowing. Must be neat and organized.

Full time 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $17-$20 per hour depending on experience.

Health benefits available after 90 days.

Must have valid drivers license and clean criminal background. Call 609893-3388 to set up an interview. (13) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties!

Flexible scheduling. Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732-505-8000 today. (t/n) Laundromat Attendant - For PT/FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

(9) Leisure Park - A Five Star Senior Living community has career opportunities available. Apply today at careers.fivestarseniorliving.com. (15) Community Resource Center - Driver wanted for mental health agency in Brick. Monday – Friday 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.; 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Candidate must have valid NJ driver’s license with a clean driving record. Please Call 732-255-9102, Ext. 5.

(14) Now Hiring – The Goddard School on Route 70 is seeking full time Teacher’s Assistant and leads for the upcoming school year. We provide a warm, loving environment for children up to six years. Must have a flexible schedule, available Mon-Fri. Benefits include paid time off, 401k and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about these positions, email your resume to tomsriver2nj@goddardschools.com

Services Handyman Service - Carpentry, masonary, painting repairs large and small. 40 years experience.

Call Jim 732-674-3346.

(13) Accounting & Tax Services LLC. 1201 RT. 37 East. Toms River. 732506-9272. Tax Preparation & Small Business Accounting. 30 Years Experience. $20 OFF Tax Return.

(16) Cheap Painting Done Rite Over 35 years experience. Fully insured. Free estimates. 732506-7787 or 646-643-7678. (15)

Services Don Carnivale Painting - Specializing interiors. Quality always. Very neat. Prompt courteous service. Reasonable-affordable. Senior discounts.

Honest-reliable. Low rates. 732-8994470 or 732-915-4075.

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(16) Clean Outs, Clean Ups - Hauling, small moves, minor interior and exterior repairs. Honest and dependable. LIC 13VH05930800. Tony/ Owner 732-678-7584. (t/n) Roofing Etc., Winter Emergency Repairs - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Gutters cleaned.

Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (15) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (19) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (20) Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) A Full Body Sweedish Massage $100 for the hour by American attendant. Treat yourself, your're worth it!

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(14) All In 1 General Contracting-Handyman Services - All phases of Interior and Exterior Repair, Improvements, Renovations, Construction for Home or Business. Carpentry, Painting, Roofing, Siding, Gutters, Lighting, Windows/Doors, Kitchens, Baths, Finish Basements, Flooring, Decks, Handicap ramps, Sheds installed/ repaired, etc.#1 Contractor for Banks, Real Estate Agency’s, Real Estate Investors, Home Inspection report repairs. From A-Z, big or small, we do it all. Skip the rest, come to the best!

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OHI Hosts Screenings For Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI) is hosting a series of educational events and screenings though March, National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

These programs will be held: • March 18: Toms River Health Center, 301 Lakehurst Rd., 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• March 20: Little Egg Harbor Health Center, 798 Route 539, Building 3, 10 a.m.

– 3 p.m.; • March 22: Lakewood Health Center, 101 Second Street, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

In honor of March as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, OHI will be offering special screenings and providing important information regarding this disease.

These include the Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT), a noninvasive test that screens for hidden blood in the stool which can be

an early sign for cancer. The events will also provide Lung Cancer Screenings, Cervical Cancer and Nutrition.

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and American Cancer Society recommend that men and women over 45 years of age get regular screenings for this common yet preventable cancer. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death in the US. “It is very important to make our patients

and the community aware of what screening resources are available to them,” said Dr. Gilbert Fleischer, Chief Medical Officer at OHI, “Knowing when to get checked for a disease can go a long way towards helping prevent complications down the road and maintain a healthy life style.”

For more information, contact Kyle Fannan, marketing development associate, at 732-719-1570 or visit ohinj.org.

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What is Spinal Stenosis?

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diagnosis we frequently see in our physical therapy clinics associated with back and neck pain is spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis is a condition resulting in the narrowing or pinching of the spinal cord that causes pressure on the spinal cord and the nerves that flow through it. Spinal stenosis is most commonly found in individuals 45 years of age and older, however, can be found in the younger population as well. Some cases of spinal stenosis may also be congenital, which means it is present at birth. Spinal stenosis can occur throughout the spinal cord ranging

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from the cervical spine to the lumbar spine. However, thoracic stenosis is very uncommon because there is very little movement of these vertebrae, resulting in a lower chance of degeneration.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF SPINAL STENOSIS Overall, spinal stenosis symptoms are often characterized as: • Developing slowly over time, or slow onset • The pain you feel is not constant, or some describe it as coming and going.

• Occurring during certain activities (such as walking for lumbar stenosis) and/or positions (such as standing upright for lumbar stenosis) • The pain is relieved by rest (sitting or lying down) and/or any flexed forward position.

There are many cases involving spinal stenosis where the person does not present with any symptoms at all. However, more times than not, a person will show signs and symptoms of spinal stenosis which differ from one region of the spine to the other. More specifically, signs and symptoms

for the cervical spine can be weakness, and or numbness and tingling in the arms and hands, as well as local pain in the neck. In lumbar stenosis, the spinal nerves become compressed and can produce symptoms of sciatica, such as numbness and tingling, and or pain radiating into the buttock and legs.

condition, but it can be treated. If you suffer from neck or low back pain, you should talk to your physician or make an appointment with an orthopedist to be properly evaluated. You and your physician should come up with a treatment plan that is safe and suitable for you.

CAN SPINAL STENOSIS BE TREATED? The answer is, yes, spinal stenosis can be treated with several different methods, most of which do not require surgery. Courses of treatment include Physical Therapy, activity modification, epidural injections, and medication.

Physical Therapy – A physical therapy program consisting of strengthening, stretching, modalities, and manual work from a licensed therapist is a great course of treatment to decrease or eliminate pain.

Activity Modification - Patients are usually counseled to avoid activities that worsen their spinal stenosis symptoms. For lumbar stenosis patients, certain positions are more comfortable such as flexed positions. Example would be getting relief when leaning over onto a shopping cart at the grocery store.

Epidural Injections – An epidural injection is a shot of cortisone into epidural space which can temporarily relieve symptoms of spinal stenosis. This procedure would be performed by a licensed physician.

Medications – There are several medications that can help alleviate some of the pain that is caused by spinal stenosis, however it is always recommended that you consult with your physician prior to taking any medications.

Unfortunately not all cases of spinal stenosis are cured or managed with non-invasive treatments. In some cases an orthopedic surgeon will have to perform surgery to decrease the compression of the nerves that exit the vertebrae. This course of treatment is usually done as a last resort if the non-invasive courses of treatment have failed.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of Mar 16 - Mar 22

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may realize that you need to be more organized. A strict budget might be the only way to keep money in your pocket in the week to come. Be gracious if someone you talk to does not come across as logical.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Spartan ideals might spar with your love of luxury. Don’t buy something that doesn’t make fiscal sense. Handle your finances with efficiency this week but manage your relationships with tender loving care.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Harness your energies and make headway in the week ahead. If you display your willingness to be a team player your work will go faster, and co-workers may become friends. Someone may even find you fascinating.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A minor change can boost your earning power. By focusing on minor tasks, you may end up with large achievements. Your partner’s passion for success may inspire you to try harder and to perform at your peak.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Ride high in the sky.

Share something of yourself and people will learn that you are trustworthy. Discuss your views and improve the quality of your life by widening your circle of friends in the upcoming week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Work better and smarter in the week ahead. Once you get up to speed there won’t be time to worry about what you don’t have and will only be able to focus on making your plans a reality and your dreams come true.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Play fair with the other players on your playground. What appears to be an opportunity for advancement at the workplace could be inflated. Focus on being kind, forgiving and tolerant as this week unfolds.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Implement people-pleasing strategies. As this week unfolds you might meet a business contact who becomes a lifelong ally, or you could become involved with a group of people with similar ideals and aims.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Fair weather friends may offer assurances and promise to help you achieve them but might offer excuses when the going gets tough. In the week ahead push up your shirtsleeves and focus on making money.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Go from surviving to thriving. Your passions might motivate you to excel and your desires can be used for a higher purpose in the week ahead. Put your most crucial plans into motion and make dreams come true.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It is better to take the lead then to wait for someone else to lead the way. You may spend too much time socializing when you should be working. In the upcoming week you may be prompted to donate to charities.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Pass by the seat of your pants. Too much self-confidence might lead to a costly mistake in the week ahead.

You might take someone’s approval for granted or ask for a favor from an inappropriate person.

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Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen

A Chicken Dish For All Seasons

By Wolfgang Puck PA N - R O A S T E D C H I C K E N W I T H G A R L I C AND HERBS, TWO-MUSTARD SAUCE, AND CARAMELIZED CIPOLLINI ONIONS Serves 4 to 6 For the chicken with garlic and herbs: 4 pounds (2 kg) bone-in chicken pieces Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dusting 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 sprigs fresh thyme 8 garlic cloves, unpeeled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon leaves For the two-mustard sauce: Mustard Sauce 1/2 cup port wine or fruity red wine such as Zinfandel or Merlot 1/2 cup cream 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C).

Meanwhile, start preparing the chicken for the first stage of the cooking on the stovetop. Season the chicken pieces all over with salt and pepper, and dust them all over with flour. Set aside.

In an ovenproof saute pan large enough to hold all the pieces in a single layer, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add the chicken pieces skin side down and tuck in 1 rosemary sprig, 1 thyme sprig and 4 garlic cloves among them.

Cook undisturbed until the skin has turned deep golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes.

With tongs, turn the chicken pieces over. Tuck in the remaining rosemary, thyme and garlic. Continue cooking until the other side has browned, another 5 to 7 minutes.

Carefully transfer the pan to the preheated oven. Continue cooking until the juices run clear when the thickest part of a thick is pierced with a skewer, about 15 minutes longer. Transfer the chicken pieces

to a heated platter and cover with foil to keep warm while you prepare the sauce.

For the sauce, remove and discard the herbs and garlic cloves and carefully pour off excess oil from the pan. Place the pan over medium-high heat and carefully add the port wine or red wine, stirring and scraping with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan deposits.

Continue boiling the wine until it has reduced in volume by half, about 5 minutes. While stirring continuously with a wire whisk, pour in the cream and bring the liquid back to a boil. Turn off the heat and whisk in the two mustards. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

To serve, leave the chicken on the platter or transfer to individual serving plates. Spoon the mustard sauce over the chicken, and distribute the caramelized cipollini onions (recipe follows) around the pieces. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and tarragon, and serve immediately.

CARAMELIZED CIPOLLINI ONIONS Serves 4 to 6 3/4 pound cipollini onions, peeled 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 2 tablespoons sugar Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Cut each onion in half by standing it on its side and slicing it through its widest point.

With 1 tablespoon of the butter, coat the bottom of a stainless-steel saute pan large enough to hold all the onion halves cut sides down. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the sugar evenly over the butter and place all the onion halves cut sides down in a single layer. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

Put the pan over high heat and dot the remaining butter evenly around the onions. Cook until the undersides of the onions are a light to medium caramel brown color, 5 to 7 minutes. With a narrow spatula, turn the onions over and continue cooking until their other sides are lightly browned, about 5 minutes longer.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2019 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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